Anwar: Proposals can be discussed, but Constitution must not be ignored

KUALA LUMPUR: Every view and proposal can be discussed but the Federal Constitution, system of parliamentary democracy and principle of constitutional monarchy must not be ignored, says Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim (pic). Anwar said this included Sultan of Johor Sultan Ibrahim Almarhum Sultan Iskandar's suggestion that more responsibilities be given to the Yang di-Pertuan...

Sultan Ibrahim wants HSR project revived

PETALING JAYA: Sultan Ibrahim Almarhum Sultan Iskandar plans to revive the high-speed rail (HSR) link project with Singapore. “I will make it (come back) on.” The line could be funded through a private finance initiative where the government pays the contractor to operate the line on a 30-year lease so that it can recoup its costs, before...

Interests of 33 million Malaysians will be Sultan Ibrahim’s priority

JOHOR BARU: The Sultan of Johor Sultan Ibrahim Almarhum Sultan Iskandar on Wednesday stated that his priority as Malaysia’s next Head of State will be safeguarding the interests of 33 million people of Malaysia and not just the 222 elected representatives. Sultan Ibrahim said his election as the 17th Yang di-Pertuan Agong is not a promotion...

Give Anwar time to fix economy, says Sultan Ibrahim

PETALING JAYA: More time should be given to Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim to improve the country’s economy, says Sultan Ibrahim ibni Almarhum Sultan Iskandar. The Johor Ruler said he recognises the financial challenges facing Anwar’s administration. “Anwar only came to realise the government’s financial distress after taking office. I believe he needs more time,” His Majesty said...

‘China is a good and reliable ally’

Johor Ruler: Crucial for Malaysia to maintain ties with key trading partner PETALING JAYA: It’s crucial for Malaysia to maintain friendly relations with China, says Johor Ruler Sultan Ibrahim ibni Almarhum Sultan Iskandar (pic). Describing the Asian superpower as a “good and reliable” investment partner, His Majesty said Johor has had a long-standing good relationship with China...